2018 Higher Education Accounting Forum

Overview

This event for advanced-level accounting and
finance professionals offers the latest information on trends and best
practices in financial accounting and reporting, managerial analysis, and
leadership issues for all types of institutions.

The program features plenary speakers as well as smaller sessions to address
special topics. Roundtable exchanges—broken out by managerial and technical
topics of interest to all types of institutions— allow participants to share
ideas. This forum serves as both an annual update and future outlook where
participants hear and engage in discussions on timely subjects impacting the
higher education community.

In addition to a packed program, there are plenty of chances for networking
with colleagues and speakers during breakouts, meals, and an opening night

Fees

Schedule

Sunday, April 15

9:45 AM

Campus TourJohnson County Community College

Tour this unique campus that has more than 29,000 students (over 10, 100 FTE) from around the county (and world). 2016-17 offered 2,130 associate degrees and 1,474 certificates. It has regional and national athletics, strong sustainability foundation and a world class Nerman Museum Contemporary Art. Tour will visit a highlight of the 22 major buildings (over 1.8 million sq ft), hear about the “Power Switch” program saving operational funds and other cost saving initiatives and will end up at the Contemporary Art museum opened early just for our tour. Walking is required.

Tour will accept up to 50 attendees. There is no additional fee for this tour, but a $25 fee will be assessed for “no shows”.

Explore the current state of play in the nation’s capital. Understand the political climate and implications for colleges and universities as lawmakers consider reauthorization of the Higher Education Act and impact of new tax legislation. Learn about recent regulatory and legislative actions.

Test your tax knowledge in a fun and interactive way. Whether you are newly introduced to the particulars of the 990 or a seasoned veteran, this session will have you thinking on your feet and collaborating with teams to address a variety of issues.

Monday, April 16

7:00 AM

Networking Breakfast

7:00 AM

New to Higher Education BreakfastBusiness officers new to higher education face numerous challenges. If you have worked in higher education for fewer than three years, take this opportunity to connect with colleagues and discuss the complexities of financial management in a college or university environment.

8:00 AM

The ABCs of Effective Leadership

Speaker(s):Beverly Daniel Tatum

The ABCs - affirming identity, building community, and cultivating leadership in a pluralistic context - are three critical components that every campus leader should understand in order to lead effectively in a diverse community.

Speaker(s):Julia Shanahan, Columbia University in the City of New York

Join members of NACUBO’s Tax Council for a comprehensive update. This session encourages questions, opinions, and interactive discussion.

12:15 PM

Lunch

1:30 PM

FASB 2016-14

Speaker(s):David Gagnon, KPMG LLPJohn Kroll, University of Chicago

Delve into the significant FASB reporting changes brought on by ASU 2016-14.

1:30 PM

Federal Affairs Roundtable

Speaker(s):Liz Clark, NACUBO

Continue the conversation from the Washington Update. We’ll take a deeper dive into issues that controllers must deal with including new financial triggers and financial responsibility, typical endowment questions raised by Hill staff, the Department of Educations’ influence over single audit compliance, 1098T challenges, and more.

1:30 PM

GASB OPEB

Speaker(s):Sherri Rowland, Clemson UniversityRuth Satorre, University of California Office of the President

Presenters will discuss GASB's updates to other postemployment benefits (OPEB).

Speaker(s):Laura Howat, University of UtahKerri Tricarico, New York University

4:30 PM

Financial Decision Making Through Peer Benchmarking

Speaker(s):John Pierce, University of North Carolina at AshevilleBrett Powell, Henderson State University

This session will describe a benchmarking tool used by SACUBO, and this year by CACUBO institutions to compare high-level financial data for your school to peer institutions. The tool, which is in its sixth year, uses inputs based on institutions’ financial statements. The result: a faster, easier, and more reliable way to capture and verify data. Presenters describe how their universities, and others in their region, are using this simple and flexible benchmark platform to help with decision making at their campuses.

Opportunities, Threats and Trends in Higher EducationHigher education as a sector is in the midst of major disruptions: challenges to the business model, critiques on value and cost, political push-back on the value of university-based research, and other fundamental questions about the academy’s public compact. Long-time higher education strategists and communicators Julie Peterson and Lisa Rudgers will provide a high-level scan of the major issues, opportunities and trends in higher education in 2018…and offer some guidance on what colleges and universities can do to distinguish themselves and thrive.

Hotel

Kansas City Marriott Downtown

An illuminating fixture in the pulse of the city, Kansas City Marriott Downtown invites you to discover the perfect home away from home. The Kansas City, MO hotel is conveniently located just blocks from top area attractions, including the thriving Power & Light District, home to a plethora of upscale shopping, dining and nightlife. Other nearby attractions include Sprint Center, Kansas City Royals, Kauffman Center and Midland Theatre.

RESERVATIONS: To make your room reservation, please call the Group Reservation Phone Number at 877.303.0104 or click here to reserve online.

Room Rate

Please Note: NACUBO professional development programs are often sell-outs. Please secure air and hotel reservations only after confirmation of registration.

Beware of Room Block Poachers:This is the practice of companies posing as an agent or representative of an association offering hotel reservation services. They may offer a hotel room at a lower cost, and have an official sounding name such as "Exhibition Housing Management". "Poachers" will immediately charge your credit card, sometimes with a "service fee", and in many cases will not make a reservation. Be advised that this is NOT an official service. No attendee should be contacted about hotel reservations except by NACUBO. If someone outside of NACUBO contacts you, we urge you to ignore them and report them immediately to NACUBO.

CPE Information

NACUBO is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.